noun
abjection
Abjection (noun) means a low or downcast condition; meanness of spirit; abasement; degradation.
noun
1
A low or downcast condition; meanness of spirit; abasement; degradation.
2
Something cast off; garbage.
3
The act of bringing down or humbling; casting down.
4
The act of casting off; rejection.
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Etymology
From Middle English abjeccioun, from either Middle French abjection or Late Latin abiectiōn-, from Latin abiectus (“cast down”). * See abject.
Rhymes for abjection
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of abjection?
"abjection" (noun) means a low or downcast condition; meanness of spirit; abasement; degradation.
What are the different meanings of abjection?
"abjection" has 3 main meanings: 1. A low or downcast condition; meanness of spirit; abasement; degradation; 2. Something cast off; garbage; 3. The act of bringing down or humbling; casting down.